Nd:YAG Laser
The Nd:YAG (Nd:Y3Al5O12) laser uses the 1064nm wavelength. Its light is absorbed mostly by the hemoglobin found in red blood cells. 1064nm is in the invisible infrared spectrum and is not absorbed by the melanin in the skin. The longer wavelength allows penetration down to the level of skin vessels. The Nd:YAG laser is effective for treating small spider veins in the legs and telangiectatic matting of very small red blood vessels that are too small to accommodate a needle for sclerotherapy. It is also effective for treating the fine red telangiectasia of the face, commonly found around the nose.
This laser can also be used for laser hair removal for people with the darkest skin types.
